Maxwell RC10-8
A heavy duty vertical windlass for a larger cruiser that wants a proven brand with a three year warranty.
Amazon $2,709.99 eBay$2,709.99
1,540 lb79 ft/min
3.1/5
The biggest Five Oceans vertical windlass, for a 40 to 65 ft boat on 3/8 in chain, at well under premium brand prices.
- 2,645 lbMaximum pull
- 52 ft/minLine speed
- 1 yearWarranty
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Pros
- Over 2,600 lb of maximum pull and a 1,067 lb working load for big boats
- Kit includes the solenoid, breaker and switches
- 316 stainless housing for saltwater use
Cons
- Slow at 52 ft a minute on retrieval
- A 125 A draw needs very heavy cable and a big battery bank
- Only a one year warranty
The Five Oceans Pacific family
Every Five Oceans Pacific model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own style.
| Model | Maximum pull | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Oceans Pacific 600 | 992 lb | 2.7/5 | $1,256.60 |
| Five Oceans Pacific 900 | 1,455 lb | 2.9/5 | $1,946.70 |
| Five Oceans Pacific 1000 | 1,654 lb | 3.0/5 | $1,936.40 |
| Five Oceans Pacific 1500 (this one) | 2,645 lb | 3.1/5 | $2,254.70 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its style. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | FO3444 |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Style | Vertical windlass |
| Maximum pull | 2,645 lb |
| Working load | 1,067 lb |
| Line speed | 52 ft/min |
| Motor | 1,500 W |
| Current draw | 125 A |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Fit | |
| Boats up to | 65 ft |
| Rode | 3/8 in HT G4 chain and 5/8 in 3 strand rope |
| Wireless remote | No |
| Stainless deck parts | Yes |
| Weight | 44.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Alternatives in this style
Excalibur C912 Vertical Windlass
The stronger Excalibur vertical windlass for a boat up to 40 ft that wants more pull on a 1/4 in rode than the 600 W model.
Amazon $1,499.99 eBay$1,499.99
1,452 lb
Maxwell RC6
A compact, well made vertical windlass for a trailer boat or small cruiser on a 1/4 in chain and rope rode.
Amazon $1,210.59 eBay$1,210.59
770 lb79 ft/min
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